Join us for the 3rd in our IP Webinar Series.
Rick Hamilton will address the topic of patent strategy from a business-first perspective, exploring best invention practices and aligning portfolios with business needs.
A little about Rick:
Experienced in Cloud, Internet-of-Things technologies, and Artificial Intelligence, Rick Hamilton is the Focused Ultrasound Foundation’s Managing Director and Chief Technology Officer. He is currently recognized as the 14th most prolific inventor in world history, with over 1,040 issued US patents. Before joining the Foundation in 2022, Rick was an Optum Vice President and Senior Distinguished Engineer, and formerly the most prolific inventor in IBM history. Rick worked broadly across UnitedHealth Group’s strategic imperatives, including machine learning, genomics, blockchain, IoT, and cybersecurity, successfully aligning its patent strategy with business objectives. He is a graduate of the University of Tennessee, Southern Methodist University, and the University of Texas.